Spider-Man Visionaries: John Romita #[nn]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis collection spotlights the classic 1960s and 1970s Spider-Man work of legendary artist John Romita Sr., who defined the look of the web-slinger and his supporting cast for a generation. It reprints key issues from his celebrated run, showcasing his dynamic storytelling and iconic character designs that helped shape the Marvel Universe. A must-read for fans of Silver Age Spider-Man and Romita's influential art style.
In "How Green Was My Goblin!", Peter Parker’s routine visit to the doctor takes a dark turn when he learns Aunt May’s health is precarious. As Spidey battles a group of mysterious goons who douse him with a strange gas, his weakened spider sense fails him—leading to a shocking confrontation outside his home, where the Green Goblin captures him in his civilian guise. The moment the Goblin removes his mask, the truth of his identity crashes down: it’s Norman Osborn. Written by Stan Lee and brought to life with dynamic art by John Romita, this emotionally charged tale blends personal stakes with classic menace, all rendered in the signature style of Romita’s cover pencils and inks.
In "How Green Was My Goblin!", Peter Parker finds himself caught between duty and fear when a sudden illness forces him to confront Aunt May's fragile health. As Spidey, he's ambushed by masked thugs and exposed to a strange gas that dulls his spider sense, leaving him vulnerable—especially when the Green Goblin reveals his true identity in a chilling twist.
In "Spidey Saves the Day!", Spider-Man faces off against the Green Goblin in a high-stakes clash that takes a surprising turn when an explosion wipes away Norman Osborn's recent memories, leaving him disoriented and stripped of his villainous past. The story explores the fragile line between hero and villain as the man once known as the Green Goblin is suddenly, unexpectedly, just a man again.
In "The Horns of the Rhino!", Spider-Man races to thwart the Rhino’s dangerous mission to kidnap John Jameson and deliver him to foreign powers seeking secrets from the U.S. space program. With the stakes high and the clock ticking, the web-slinger must outwit the armored brute before it’s too late.
When John Jameson returns from a space mission altered by mysterious spores, he awakens with super strength—and a mission to prove Spider-Man is a criminal. As the web-slinger is wrongly blamed for a bank heist, Jameson takes it upon himself to hunt him down, setting the stage for an unlikely clash of wills.
In "Spider-Man No More!", Peter Parker tries to leave the web-slinging life behind, trading the suit for lectures and a quiet college routine. But when a discarded costume ends up on display at the Daily Bugle and crime surges in the city, Peter must confront the weight of his choices and the legacy of Uncle Ben.
In "Mission: Crush The Kingpin!", Spider-Man takes on the Kingpin in a high-stakes showdown that turns deadly when the villain’s own cane-gun misfires. With the priceless tablet in play and the police closing in, Spidey must dodge both bullets and betrayal—just as he finally secures the artifact.
In "Enter: Dr. Strange!", Spider-Man teams up with the Sorcerer Supreme to rescue Flash Thompson from a mysterious cult of Vietnamese monks, who believe he’s responsible for the death of their revered high priest during the war. With magic and web-slinging on full display, the duo must unravel a dangerous misunderstanding before it’s too late.
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↩ Reprints The Amazing Spider-Man #39 (1966), The Amazing Spider-Man #40 (1966), The Amazing Spider-Man #41 (1966), The Amazing Spider-Man #42 (1966), The Amazing Spider-Man #50 (1967), The Amazing Spider-Man #68 (1969), The Amazing Spider-Man #69 (1969), The Amazing Spider-Man #108 (1972), The Amazing Spider-Man #109 (1972)
Reprinted in Os Maiores Clássicos do Homem-Aranha #1 (2002), The Amazing Spider-Man Omnibus #3 (2017)
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